Front Drive Shaft Inspection

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Inspect the connections for any looseness.
- If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part.
Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks.

Fig 1: Locating Front Drive Shaft Dust Boot
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
Move the spline and joint up and down, left and right by hand and verify that there is no excessive play.
- If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.